BMW M5 II (E34) photos

1988 — 1995 · sedan, wagon

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specifications

311–335

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5.9 s

best 0–100

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M5 Sedan (1994–1995)

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M5 Sedan (1994–1995)

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M5 Sedan (1994–1995)

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M5 Touring (1992–1995)

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M5 Touring (1992–1995)

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M5 Touring (1992–1995)

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M5 Touring (1992–1995)

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1988–1994

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1988–1994

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About this generation

The final hand-built M5 featuring high-revving 3.6L and 3.8L inline-sixes and the iconic M5 Touring station wagon.

Produced from 1988 to 1995, the E34 M5 was the last M car crafted by hand at BMW Motorsport's Garching facility. Power evolved from a 3.6-liter to a 3.8-liter S38 inline-six, offering up to 347 hp, paired with adaptive M suspension and massive brakes.

Distinctive styling details like the turbine 'M System' wheel covers and aerodynamic lower skirts set it apart. The E34 generation also introduced the ultra-exclusive M5 Touring wagon, creating a legendary cult icon among high-performance load luggers.

Specifications

5 in 2 body styles

Sedan E34 3 specifications

4720 mm185.8 in

Length

1751 mm68.9 in

Width

1392 mm54.8 in

Height

2761 mm108.7 in

Wheelbase

460 l16.2 cu ft

Trunk

Petrol

3.6

311hp(232 kW)

3.5 l 5-speed manual RWD 0–100 6.3 s

1988–1993

Torque: 360 Nm (266 lb-ft)
Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement: 3535 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: S38B36
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1670 kg (3682 lb)
Fuel tank: 90 l (23.8 gal US)

3.8

335hp(250 kW)

3.8 l 5-speed manual RWD 0–100 5.9 s

1991–1994

Torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement: 3795 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: S38B38
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1650 kg (3638 lb)
Fuel tank: 90 l (23.8 gal US)

3.8

335hp(250 kW)

3.8 l 6-speed manual RWD 0–100 5.9 s

1994–1995

Torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement: 3795 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: S38B38
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1650 kg (3638 lb)
Fuel tank: 90 l (23.8 gal US)

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Touring E34/2 2 specifications

4720 mm185.8 in

Length

1751 mm68.9 in

Width

1412 mm55.6 in

Height

2761 mm108.7 in

Wheelbase

460 l16.2 cu ft

Trunk

Petrol

3.8

335hp(250 kW)

3.8 l 5-speed manual RWD 0–100 5.9 s

1992–1994

Torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement: 3795 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: S38B38
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1720 kg (3792 lb)
Fuel tank: 90 l (23.8 gal US)

3.8

335hp(250 kW)

3.8 l 6-speed manual RWD 0–100 5.9 s

1994–1995

Torque: 400 Nm (295 lb-ft)
Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)
Displacement: 3795 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: S38B38
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1720 kg (3792 lb)
Fuel tank: 90 l (23.8 gal US)

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